Assistant Project Manager
| Posting date: | 14 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £32,000 to £36,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 February 2026 |
| Location: | Bedford, Bedfordshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | VR Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Assistant Project Manager – Street Lighting
Bedfordshire
Up to £36,000 per annum
8:00am – 5:00pm
We’re working with a well-established contractor in the street lighting and highways space who are looking to bring in an Assistant Project Manager. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to step up and develop into a full Project Manager over time.
You’ll be working closely with a small, experienced team of two Project Managers, getting hands-on exposure to live projects, and learning the ropes properly rather than being thrown in at the deep end.
The role:
• Supporting the delivery of street lighting and highways projects
• Assisting with planning, coordination, and day-to-day project activity
• Liaising with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams
• Helping ensure works are delivered safely on time and within budget
What they’re looking for:
• Some experience within highways, street lighting, or civil engineering
• A highways qualification or relevant experience would be ideal
• Someone from an electrical or groundworks background would suit this well
• Previous experience as an assistant project manager or a similar role
• Ambitious, organised, and keen to progress into a Project Manager role
Why apply?
• Clear progression into a Project Manager position
• Stable workload with long-term clients
• Growing business with a strong pipeline of work
If you fit the bill and are keen to progress, apply now!
Bedfordshire
Up to £36,000 per annum
8:00am – 5:00pm
We’re working with a well-established contractor in the street lighting and highways space who are looking to bring in an Assistant Project Manager. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to step up and develop into a full Project Manager over time.
You’ll be working closely with a small, experienced team of two Project Managers, getting hands-on exposure to live projects, and learning the ropes properly rather than being thrown in at the deep end.
The role:
• Supporting the delivery of street lighting and highways projects
• Assisting with planning, coordination, and day-to-day project activity
• Liaising with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams
• Helping ensure works are delivered safely on time and within budget
What they’re looking for:
• Some experience within highways, street lighting, or civil engineering
• A highways qualification or relevant experience would be ideal
• Someone from an electrical or groundworks background would suit this well
• Previous experience as an assistant project manager or a similar role
• Ambitious, organised, and keen to progress into a Project Manager role
Why apply?
• Clear progression into a Project Manager position
• Stable workload with long-term clients
• Growing business with a strong pipeline of work
If you fit the bill and are keen to progress, apply now!